The Shopper 11/30/2022

SSC Men’s Basketball Head Coach John Pigatti Recognized by Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame

The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA) Hall of Fame honored John Pigatti, Head Coach of the South Suburban College (SSC) Bulldogs Basketball Team, as a recipient of the IBCA Men’s College Coach of the Year Award for the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II (NJCAA DII). Pigatti was presented with this recognition on Saturday, November 19, 2022, during his fourth home game of the 2022-23 season. The Bulldogs pulled away with an 86-37 victory over the College of Lake County in the Physical Fitness & Athletic Center at the conclusion of the game.

The SSC Men’s Basketball Team, under the direction of Pigatti, are currently on a 7-0 winning streak this season.

“It is quite the honor to be recognized by the IBCA. They are an extremely prestigious organization and to be honored by them is a very humbling,” Pigatti remarked. “I give all the credit to our special players that made a historic run last year. What we did was very special, and to do it by beating every junior college team by double digits except one was even more satisfying. Our team is very proud of what we accomplished last season.”

The 2021-22 SSC Men’s Basketball Team trailblazed their way into history. Not only did they earn the college’s first-ever NJCAA DII National Championship on March 19, 2022, they also achieved the distinction as the first team in NJCAA DII history to go undefeated with a record of 33-0. Shortly thereafter, various accolades poured in as many student-athletes received post-season recognition. This was capped by Pigatti being named NJCAA DII Coach of the Year, followed by a number one ranking in the NJCAA DII pre-season poll to begin the 2022-23 season.

The SSC Men’s Basketball Program has won 40 straight games,

which is the longest winning streak in all of college basketball, regardless of division.

The Bulldogs have also won the most consecutive games in NJCAA DII history.

The next game for the SSC Men’s Basketball Team is scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 7 p.m. The Bulldogs will tip-off against the Pioneers of Prairie State College in the SSC Physical Fitness & Athletic Center, located on the southwest end of the Main Campus at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

Support the Bulldogs and the man who recently led this team to the NJCAA DII National Championship. Questions about the SSC Men’s Basketball Team can be directed to Head Coach John Pigatti at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2524.

Indiana American Water Provides Tips to Properly Dispose of Fats, Oils and Grease

to dissolve grease may pass it down the line and cause problems in other parts of the wastewater system.

Finally, the holidays typically mean more guests in the home and trips to the bathroom. Flushing baby wipes (even those that are labeled flushable or biodegradable) and paper towels down the toilet has become an issue in some areas. Wipes should be tossed in the trash.

backups.

Neither dishwashing detergents nor garbage disposals can properly break down these materials, which build up over time. This buildup of grease can restrict the flow of wastewater, or worse yet, block the homeowners’ or utility’s sewer pipes.

“As many of us are celebrating with family and friends this holiday season and spending more time in the kitchen over the next several weeks, we encourage our customers to be very careful about what they are putting down their drains,” said Indiana American Water President Matt Prine. “FOG can cause costly backups in home drain and sewer systems and also adversely affect the environment if the overflow enters rivers, lakes, and streams.”

The good news is that blockages caused by grease are preventable. Customers can reduce blockages by properly disposing of FOG and not washing it down the drain. Defend your drains and prevent FOG clogs by following these simple tips:

Never pour grease into sinks, toilets, or down drains.

Allow the grease to cool and use a rubber scraper to remove the fat, oil, and grease from cookware, plates, utensils, and cooking surfaces. Then place the grease in a sealed container and dispose of it in the trash.

Install baskets/strainers in the sink drain to catch food scraps and empty them into the garbage.

Please keep in mind that garbage disposals do not prevent grease from washing down the drain. Also, detergents that claim

Indiana American Water is conducting a holiday-themed awareness campaign throughout the season and beyond on the importance of FOG-related disposal. For more information about the campaign, or more information about FOG disposal, follow Indiana American Water on Facebook or Twitter or visit our website, www.indianaamwater.com or view a video on avoiding FOG clogs at https://youtu.be/YnBCMd3-IRc. Additional information for restaurants is available on our website at https:// bit.ly/3U4NfDb or from the National Restaurant Association at https://conserve.restaurant.org/Downloads/PDFs/FOG/FOGToolkitFinal3.aspx.

About Indiana American Water

Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs approximately 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 24 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable, and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and diversityataw.com. Follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

With the holidays here, Indiana American Water is reminding customers not to invite FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) clogs to your gatherings. The day after Thanksgiving, which plumbers call Brown Friday—named after the color of sewage—is typically the busiest day of the year for them. Along with turkey, gravy, and all the trimmings come fats, oils, and grease that, if poured down the drain, can adhere to the insides of pipes, causing clogs that lead to sewer overflows and

South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Head Coach John Pigatti.

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Jesse White Awards Over $5.6 Million in Adult Literacy Grants

Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White awarded over $5.6 million in Adult Literacy Grants to help students develop and enhance their reading, math, writing and English-language skills. “An estimated two million Illinois residents need adult literacy and/ or English-language instruction,” White said. “I am pleased to provide funding for 108 local literacy projects that will allow adult students to help them achieve their utmost potential in the upcoming year. It has been an honor serving as Secretary of State and State Librarian for the last 24 years, helping to ensure that every citizen of this state has access to quality literacy programs.” A total of 10,589 students are served by adult literacy programs around the state. A total of 4,686 volunteer tutors provide training for students to obtain skills that put them on the path to lifelong learning. Adult literacy projects help Illinois adults who read below the ninthgrade level or speak English at a beginning level to improve their reading, writing, math or use of English as a new language. The Adult Literacy Program is administered by the Secretary of State’s Illinois State Library Literacy Office and awards grants in three categories:

• Adult Volunteer Literacy provides training for volunteers who tutor adults 17 years of age and older in basic reading, math, writing or

language skills. Participating literacy providers may include libraries, volunteer tutoring organizations, community-based organizations, community colleges, regional offices of education, schools (individual and public), preschool programs, school districts, domesticviolence shelters and correctional facilities.

• Penny Severns Family Literacy provides educational services to parents and children to enhance basic reading, math, writing or language skills. Programs must partner with an adult literacy provider, a child-at-risk agency and a public library.

• Workplace Skills Enhancement provides onsite instructional services to employees of participating Illinois businesses, enabling them to enhance their basic reading, writing or language skills, and improve their chances for promotion. Eligible employees must read at or below the ninth-grade level. Grantees must match the grant award and may also provide instructional services to prospective employees. The fiscal agent and submitting agency may be either the educational partner or the business partner. Individuals who are interested in becoming volunteer tutors are encouraged to call or text the Illinois Adult Education Hotline at 800-321-9511.

The Holidays “A Great Time to Sell”

MIKE BUDER

The holiday season is a great time to sell your home! Ok, you need to sell your home. You just got notice of a job transfer, you are getting married and moving to live with your new husband/wife, you just found out you are having a baby and need more space, your last child is graduating and you need less space, whatever the reason you need to move!

Common sense might tell you that you should just wait until January to put your house on the market because well quite frankly it might be kind of a pain to keep your house in “show ready” condition during the hustle and bustle of the holidays. While this might be true, I am here to tell you some really great reasons you should make the effort to put (or keep) your home on the market during the most wonderful time of the year! 1. Holiday house hunters are typically serious home buyers they aren’t going to be looking during the holiday season unless they really want/need to buy. 2. Your home will likely feel very warm and homey during this season (as long as you don’t go Clark Griswald on the neighborhood). 3. If you are planning on spending anytime away visiting

others during the holidays…your home becomes a “go and show” when you are out of town and is always show ready. 4. Many of your neighbors will be having family and friends over for parties and such…you might just get some interested buyers. 5. Lots of people get bonuses and some will likely plan to use theirs as a down payment. 6. Let’s not kid…your house will smell amazing with all the pumpkin pies, sugar cookies, and breads you will be making. 7. People are generally happy during the holiday season; happy people make happy home buyers. 8. The majority of folks will think this is a bad time to sell a home so they will take their homes off the market or wait to put them on the market…this means you will have much less competition!

If you are looking to buy or sell real estate call Mike Buder at RE/MAX 2000 (708) 418-4444, E-mail: mikebuder@remax. net, Website: www.BuderHomes.com or Facebook Friend request Mike Buder: your comments are always welcome.

Mike Buder

A local Christian Businessman

VILLAGE OF SOUTH HOLLAND Police

Police Records Clerk

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• Responding to, or referring as appropriate, inquiries from public and law enforcement agencies.

• Preparing various documents associated with various court proceedings

• Maintain database accuracy

• Preparing and mail documentation for towed, impounded and abandoned vehicles

• Performing clerk functions at local court hearings

• Ensures confidentiality of information is maintained according to applicable laws, rules and regulations

• Monitoring police radio communication and cameras

• Performing overtime and emergency call-outs for police and ESDA personnel

• Scanning documentation to corresponding case files in law records management system

• Preparing and submitting demographic profiling reports to the state

• Monitoring Law Enforcement Data Agency System (L.E.A.D.S.)

Requirements/Skills:

• Minimum of 18 years of age, high school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Tact, diplomacy, and strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong written (including spelling, grammar and punctuation skills), oral communication and computer skills are essential for success in this position.

• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.

• Must be highly organized and adept at multi-tasking.

• Ability to set priorities, as well as adhere to strict guidelines.

• Ability to input and disseminate information in a timely manner.

• Exhibit a

LOCAL CHURCHES

CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

16341 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-339-1133

Info@CalvarySouthHolland.org CalvarySouthHolland.org

PASTOR ALFONZO SURRETT, SR.

WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:15 a.m.

Monday Women’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Adult Bible Study 7:00p.m. Saturday Women’s Grief & Loss Support Group 10:00 a.m.

CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH, COGIC

1151 E. 170th St., South Holland 708-331-8389 FAX 708.331.8374 Admin@ChristCommunityCOGIC.org ChristCommunityCOGIC.org

PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES

SUNDAY

Church School 9:15 a.m. Worship Services 10:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY Bible Study…… 7:00 p.m.

COTTAGE GROVE CHRISTIAN

REFORMED CHURCH

16556 Cottage Grove Avenue, South Holland 708-331-0391 www.cottagegrovechurch.com

WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

1130 East 154th St., South Holland 708-333-5955 www.covucc.org

PASTOR REV. DR. PATRICK L. DAYMOND WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday Worship 7:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Wed. Bible Study Noon

FIRST CHURCH (PCA) 3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing 708-474-9610 www.firstchurchpca.org

ASSISTANT PASTOR DANIEL MILLER

Morning Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 5:30 p.m.

FIRST ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH OF SOUTH HOLLAND

16248 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-333-8211 www.firstchurchsh.org

PASTOR REV. DANIEL SVENDSEN

WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS

8303 Sheffield Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 322-6527 gracedyer.webchicago.net

WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday........................................... 9:00 a.m. Monday...........................................6:30 p.m. Bible Study Sunday 10:30 a.m.

RECONCILIATION CHURCH

833 East 168th St., South Holland 708-331-7755 www.reconciliationchurch.org

PASTOR GLEN MCCARTHY WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

651 East 166th St., South Holland 708-331-4100 redeemer-lutheran@sbcglobal.net

WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Channel 6 Tues. 10:00 a.m.

SPIRIT OF GOD FELLOWSHIP

16350 S. State St., South Holland 708-331-1234 sogfchurch.com

PASTOR BRIAN KAMSTRA WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

ESPIRITU DE DIOS

16400 S. State St., South Holland 708-439-1220 sogfchurch.com

PASTORES Jose & Paula Lopez SERVICIOS: Grupo de Oracion de Hombres Jueves ........................................... 7:30 p.m. Sabado Alabanza y Predicacion.....6:00 p.m.

UNITY OF NORTHWEST INDIANA

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Heart Smart

JOSH BOOTSMA

In the Bible, “hope” often means simply “to wait.” Sometimes it means “to wait with tense expectation and anticipation.”

It kind of sounds like when you order a package, right? You purchased something you’re really excited about and you check the tracking number every day to confirm exactly when it’s going to arrive. You’re hoping. You’re waiting with anticipation and expectation.

When the Bible tells us to hope, however, it’s telling us to anticipate something much more profound than an Amazon delivery.

It’s important to note that hope is so much more than optimism. Optimism is forcing all of the circumstances laid out in front of you through a positive filter, and expecting the best possible outcome. Amazingly, hope doesn’t have to do with your circumstances. If you’re in a dark valley of life, or on a high mountaintop, you’re still called to wait expectantly on the Lord to show up in your life.

In the Old Testament, so often the circumstances of God’s people were abysmal. And yet, their hope was in the future promise of a Savior and Messiah who would one day save them — and the coming of that Messiah is what we celebrate at Christmas!

Romans 15:13 says, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”

The Bible tells us that God is a God of hope. In other words, He’s a God to be expected. He’s a God to be anticipated. When He comes through and shows up, even in ways we couldn’t have expected, we shouldn’t be surprised. That’s who he is! The hope of the Christian is bold: waiting patiently and expectantly for God to one day make all things right with the world. And He will. Do you have that hope this advent season?

Josh Bootsma Member, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

Calumet City Public Library

Address: 660 S Manistee Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409

Phone: (708) 862-6220 Email: info@calumetcitypl.org Website: http://www.calumetcitypl.org/index.html

Dolton Public Library

Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL Phone: 708-849-2385

Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Story Time with Mrs. Brooks

Come and join in the story time with Mrs. Brooks. For ages 3 - 12. FREE. Every 1st Wed. (10am – 10:30am) To register for the Virtual Story Time go through the calendar of events on our website at www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Zumba with licensed instructor Yvette Roberts. Come and join in the fun every Friday at 5pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@dolton publiclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. (5pm –6pm every Friday). FREE.

AMONG US

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday (4pm to 4:30pm) Ages 10 + years, beginning Oct. 10, 2022. To register go to the calendar of events on our website www.doltonpubliclibrary.org OR email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Leave your name, email and cell number. You must download “Among Us’ on your device to play. It is free. A Zoom link and game code will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Line Dancing with “Dawn the Dancin’ Deeva”

Every Thursday, at 6pm. Please call 708-8492385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. A link will be sent to you the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Senior Yoga

Every Wednesday taught by Dionne Arnold, Certified Yoga Instructor, (4pm to 5pm) Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@dolton publiclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. FREE.

Senior Bridge Club

Come out for the fun every Tuesday, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm If interested register by calling 708-849-2385 or email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and cell phone to register. FREE.

DPLD’s Black Author’s Book Club

Meets via Zoom the last Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. Interested parties contact the library at (708-849-2385) for more infor mation. Meet via Zoom. FREE.

Virtual Workout Program with Sheena Stinson

Get in Shape from Home. Classes held every Monday from 6pm to 6:30pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email us at lincoln@dolton publiclibrary.org leaving your full name, email address and cell number to register. A Zoom Link will be sent day of the program. FREE.

Get Up & Move with Simon Says!

Join the Dolton Public Library Youth Ser vices Dept. as we play “Simon Says”. Held every 3rd Saturday of the month from 2pm to 2:30pm starting Oct. 15. A YouTube link will be emailed every 3rd Friday. Register by calling (708-849-2385, ext. 4) or emailing at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your name, email, cell number and the number of children participating. FREE.

Dolton Public Library District Curbside Times Monday through Friday [9am to 2pm]. FREE.

Burbio

Burbio is a one-stop free resource to find out about all the Dolton area events and activities. If your group wishes to post your events on burbio contact: groupsupport@burbio.com Sign-up at Burbio.com or download the free android or iPhone app and follow the calen dars that interest you. FREE.

Chess Club Mr. Paul Fritz, Chess Coach. November 3rd to December 12th Every third Thursday, 5:00pm to 5:30pm, via Zoom and chess.com to play.

Register at chess.com in addition to registering for the program. Register at lincoln@dolton publiclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell # or call (708-849-2385, ext. 4) Date & Times subject to change. Call 708-8492385, ext. 212. A Zoom link will be emailed to you the day of the program. FREE.

Passport to Knowledge

Every first Monday of the month. (3:30 – 4pm). Pack your bags for a virtual trip around the world and learn about other countries and cul tures. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org or call (708-849-2385) and leave your name, email and cell number. Come curbside to pick up your Passport Packet prior to depar ture. The link for Zoom will be emailed prior to the program. FREE.

Coffee and Chat – a Senior Experience

Are you a senior over the age of 60 and want to have conversation with other seniors. Some of the topics discussed are technology and other happenings in our world and community. To register for the program and all the other Senior Programs call (708-849-2385) or email your registration to lincoln@doltonpublicli brary.org FREE

Between the Pages

A Virtual Story Time. Every third Saturday of the month at 1:30pm.To register call (708-8492385) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone number and email address. A link will be sent to you. FREE

Back to School Creative Craft

View our tutorial on our YouTube page, every 4th Wednesday starting October 26, at 1pm. The link will be provided on our Facebook page. FREE.

Letters to Santa (ages 2 to 10 years)

Come to the Dolton Public Library and write a letter to Santa (stationery will be provided). Your friends at DPLD will provide the mailbox. Parents may bring in their children from Thurs day, December 1st through Tuesday, December 20th, 2022 from 10am to 3pm. For toddlers, parents may write for them. Tokens gifts will be available while supplies last. FREE

A Virtual Meet & Greet with Author Michol Whitney. (Children’s Author)

Begins at 4:30pm, December 10, 2022 via Zoom. To join us please register at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell # or call (708-849-2385, ext. 4. A Zoom Link will be emailed the day prior to the program. FREE.

Virtual Appointments with Santa via Zoom Saturday, December 10, 2022 (1:00pm to 3:00pm). Each child will get a personal 5 minutes with Santa. Register now and come in on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 from 9am to 3pm to receive a gift bag for participating. To register call (708-849-2385, ext. 4 or email at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell number. You will re ceive the Zoom link on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 two days before the event. If you do not have an email, you will receive a text msg. FREE.

The Wilton Method of Cake Decorating

On (Saturday, December 3, 1:30pm to 2pm)

– Easy Royal Icing Flower Cake and [Part 2] (Saturday, December 17, 1:30pm to 2pm) –Sugar Cookies. Email at lincoln@doltonpubli clibrary.org or call 708-849-2385 ext. 5 leaving your full name, phone number and email address to register. The Zoom Link will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Hammond Public Library

Address: 564 State St., Hammond Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307 Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us

Harvey Public Library

Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426 Phone: 708-331-0757x3200 Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us

FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm

Join Us For Virtual Programs: Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online fam ily-fun at the Harvey Library. Tuesday: Craft Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)

Homewood Public Library

Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy Homewood, IL 60430 Phone: (708) 798-0121, ext. 310 or 307 Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/

Lansing Public Library

Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL Phone: 708-474-2447 Email: shari@lansingpl.org Website: www.lansingpl.org

Festival of Lights November 28 to January 6. Experience Christmas around the world with Lansing Historical Society’s large selection of trees and other holiday exhibits. TF South Choir will be performing opening night.

Family Bingo/Loteria Wednesday, November 30 at 5:30pm. Join us for a night of fun! We will alternate between Bingo and Loteria every month. Limit 30.

Family Bingo/Loteria Wednesday, November 30 at 5:30pm. ¡Únete a nosotros para una noche de diversión! Alterna mos entre Bingo y Loteria cada mes. Limit 30.

Library @Night

A Christmas Carol. Friday, December 2 at 6:30pm. Join us as we host the adult storyteller, Greg Weiss and his one man show, ‘A Christmas Carol’. You will also have an opportunity to win tickets to Chi cago Symphony’s Merry Merry Chicago holiday performance. Doors open at 5:30pm.

Coat Exchange EXTENDED! Happening now through December 30. If you have a coat, leave it - if you need a coat, take it! It’s that simple.

The Angel Tree Project December 1 through January 9. We will have sev eral small trees setup around the library decorated with cutout angels. By selecting one or more angels, patrons can give the gift of paying toward or paying off a child’s library fees during the holiday season.

Friend’s Book Sale

Saturday, December 10 from 10am-1pm. Open to the public. New items added to the collec tion monthly! Take advantage of our December promo, ‘Fill-A-Bag Sale’. Fill a bag with books for $10. Limit one bag per person.

Get Reel Movie Discussion

Saturday, December 10 at 1:30pm. Nothing screams the holidays like watching and discuss ing the movie Gremlins!

Tai Chi

Tuesday, December 13 at 9:30am. Renew your mind and relieve your pain with Tai Chi Qigong.

Mi Casita Bilingual Program

Wednesday, December 14 at 5:30pm. Join us for a fun and enriching bilingual experience. Acompáñenos para una experiencia bilingüe di vertida y enriquecedora. Grades K-5. Limit 15.

Riverdale Public Library

Address: 208 W 144th St Riverdale, IL 60827 Phone: (708) 841-3311 Email: library@rpld.org Website: www.rpld.org

Community Pantry Food Drive

Open to the public during business hours: Monday -Thursday 10AM to 6PM, Friday 10AM to 5PM, and Saturday 10AM to 2PM “Join our Patrons Helping Patrons initiative by donating non-perishable food items to the new Riverdale Public Library Community Food Pantry. Let’s work together to help others!”

Riverdale Public Library Giveaway!

Every Saturday of November from 10:30AM 2PM “Come get free school supplies, books, clothes, and other items that have been donated for this purpose. Donations are also welcome if you have things you would like to bring for our Giveaway Days. Let’s take care of the people in our community!”

Family Film Friday (All ages)

Every Friday from 1PM-4:30PM “Every Friday, the library will be hosting a new film showing, new and old, action and romance, and much more. Free popcorn, snacks, and beverages will be provided.”

Tutoring & Down Time (Children/Teens)

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 3PM to 6PM “Get the homework help you need and afterwards enjoy hanging out with your friends playing games!”

Shape Up Exercise Class (Adults/Seniors)

Every Saturday from 11AM-12PM “Enjoy the benefits of strength, flexibility, and relaxation in a fun and social way.”

Story Time with Ms. Cheryl (Children)

Tuesdays, November 1st, 15th and 29th from 1PM to 2PM “Listen to the storytelling of Ms. Cheryl and afterwards, participate in a funfilled craft. Ages 3 and Up.

South Holland Public Library

Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161 Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar.

Thornton Public Library

Address: 115 E. Margaret St. Thornton, IL. Email: library@thorntonil.us Website: https://www.thorntonlibrary.org/

Calendar Of Events

Women’s Bible Study

Discover Your Bible with us at Cottage Grove Christian Reformed Church, 166th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue (by the roundabout) in South Holland, Tuesday mornings from 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. beginning on September 13. We will study The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians. We provide a Nursery for infants and Story Hour for preschoolers to age 5. For information call the church at 331-0391 or Carol at 339-6793. We would love to have you join us!

Happy First Day of Winter – December 21, 2022

Wishing all an early Happy and Safe Holidays from the Dolton Public Library District!

Neighbor 2 Neighbor

THANKSGIVING WITH THE HAMMOND MOHAWKS: The day was made even more festive with the appearance of the recruits from the Great Lakes Naval station. The gentlemen were all treated to a great Thanksgiving meal and laptops and phones to call their loved ones at home.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE COLDWELL BANKER SCHERERVILLE OFFICE: From left, Joe, Rita, Jamie, Christine, Liz, Susie, Patty, Janice, Monica,Ursula, Sylvia, Gina, Candace, and Rick. Pictured at their FRIENDSGIVING turkey dinner in our beautiful Schererville offices.

THANKSGIVING AT LEBANON

LUTHERAN BY ST COLUMBIANS: pictured here is Denise Zavesky dishing up the goodies on Thanksgiving Thursday November 23, 2022. More on this festive occasion in next week’s Shoppers!

AMERICAN LEGION POST 180 HIGHLAND: The Post offers fun and comradery for all Veterans. Pictured here are from left--Rob Smith, HUD Higgins, Dan-O, Clarence Colar and Larry Kutz. Drop by and say hello to the guys and gals there.

THANKSGIVING WITH THE FURHMANN FAMILY: Pictured at their Beecher estate are Austin Fuhrmann with his son Brendon, 7, along with Tina Minton and Tina’s daughter, 18 month old Sydney Leigh MintonBarry enjoying some pre Thanksgiving fun.

JANICE MINTON-KUTZ

HILLEGONDS

Lois Marie Hillegonds, nee Van Schouwen, age 80, of Dyer, IN, went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, one day shy of her 81st birthday. III John 1:4 was a treasured family verse for her. Beloved wife of almost 62 years to Robert T. Hillegonds. Loving mother to Dale (Camie), Carl (Kristin), Frank (Rachel). Devoted grandmother of Trevor (Emily), Ty (Emily), Jaime (Benjamin) Pirus, Kyle, Derek, Jack (Megan), Luke, Jason, Libby, Jonathon. Adoring great-grandmother to Fern, Theodore, Eowyn and 2 more on the way. Dear sister of Laura (late Lawrence) Vos, late Doris (late Glen) Chisholm, Susan Van Schouwen, Becky Van Schouwen and Terri (John) Durnbaugh. Kind aunt to many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Dorothy (Scholl) Van Schouwen and her step-mother Jennie (Scholten) Van Schouwen. Lois was a Godly wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved spending time with

her grandchildren and they enjoyed her very much.

Lois took great pleasure in attending grandchildrens’ sporting events and concerts. Lois was active in Bible studies and church functions. She had a way of making everyone feel loved and cherished. Lois served in Calvinettes for 28 years as counselor, head counselor, president of the Illiana Council, and as a member of the International Calvinette Board in Grand Rapids.

Lois worked at 1st National Bank in Lansing, Deloitte & Touche LLP as assistant to the CEO and Holland Home as admissions coordinator.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Christian School of your choice. Visitation, Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Funeral Service, Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Oak Glen United Reformed Church, 2244 Indiana Ave., Lansing, IL with Rev. Ed Marcusse officiating. A private family burial service will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery - Lansing, IL.

Food, drinks, gifts and time with family make the holidays a merry occasion for people across the country. However, all that celebrating can sometimes become a distraction from maintaining heart health.

In fact, the joys of the season can become marred for many as research shows an uptick in cardiac events and heart attack deaths during the final week of December. According to a study published in the American Heart Association journal, “Circulation,” more cardiac deaths occur on Dec. 25 than any other day of the year, followed by the second largest number on Dec. 26 and third largest on Jan. 1.

“The holidays are a busy, often stressful time for many of us,” said American Heart Association Chief Clinical Science Officer Mitchell S.V. Elkind, M.D., M.S., FAHA. “Routines are disrupted. We may tend to eat and drink more and exercise and relax less. We’re getting too little sleep and experiencing too much stress. While we don’t know exactly why there are more deadly heart attacks during this time, it’s important to be aware that these factors can snowball, increasing the risk for a deadly cardiac event.”

Being aware of this annual phenomenon and taking a few important, heart-healthy steps can help save lives. Consider these tips from Dr. Elkind and the experts at the American Heart Association.

* Know symptoms and take action. Heart attack signs vary in men and women, but it’s important to recognize them early

and call 9-1-1 for help. The sooner medical treatment begins, the better chances of survival and preventing heart damage.

* Celebrate in moderation. Eating healthfully during the holidays doesn’t have to mean depriving yourself. There are ways to eat smart, such as by limiting sodium intake and looking for small, healthy swaps so you continue to feel your best while eating and drinking in moderation.

* Practice goodwill toward yourself. Make time to take care of yourself during this busy season. Reading a favorite book, meditating or even playing with pets are productive ways to reduce stress from the family interactions, strained finances, hectic schedules, traveling and other stressors that can be brought on by the holidays.

* Keep moving. The hustle and bustle of holiday preparation often pushes exercise to the side, but it’s important to stay active as much as possible. Get creative to keep moving by going for a family walk or playing physically active games with loved ones.

* Stick to your medications. Busy schedules can cause some people to skip medications, sometimes even forgetting them at home or not getting refills in a timely manner. Try using a medication chart as a reminder, and be sure to keep tabs on your blood pressure numbers.

Discover more ways to live heart-healthy during the holidays and throughout the year at heart.org.

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 12, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corpora tion, will at 10:30 AM on December 16, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 19248 ADA STREET, LANSING, IL 60438

Property Index No. 33-05-315-015-0000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residen tial Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representa tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSES SION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODI LIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-18-12881

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2018 CH 15459

TJSC#: 42-4100

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector at tempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2018 CH 15459

I3206915

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-12

Plaintiff, -v.-

TARA DURHAM, AS INDEPENDENT AD MINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HILDA

Defendants

2019 CH 01017 3104 OAKWOOD DR

HAZEL CREST, IL 60429

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 28, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 8, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 3104 OAKWOOD DR, HAZEL CREST, IL 60429

Property Index No. 28-36-111-010-0000

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residen tial Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representa tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSES SION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODI LIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-11106 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 01017 TJSC#: 42-4082

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector at tempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2019 CH 01017 I3206953

IN

ENUE, HARVEY, IL 60426

Property Index No. 29-08-121-057-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $46,749.43.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residen tial Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representa tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSES SION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 22-096320.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015 847-291-1717

E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 22-096320 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 22 CH 4910 TJSC#: 42-3368

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector at tempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 22 CH 4910 I3207373

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

LIMA ONE CAPITAL, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. A 2 EXPRESS INC.; JULIUS G. WESLEY AKA JULIUS WESLEY; COUNTY OF COOK, A BODY POLITIC AND CORPORATE, DBA COOK COUNTY LAND BANK

AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 21 CH 4706

NOTICE OF SALE

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPO RATION

intercountyjudicialsales.com I3207823

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.-

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MAUREEN M. MAXWELL, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, JOHN LYDON, AS SPECIAL REPRESEN TATIVE FOR MAUREEN M. MAXWELL (DECEASED)

Defendants

2021 CH 05215 17235 LANGLEY AVE SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 6, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 17235 LANGLEY AVE, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473

Property Index No. 29-27-212-024-0000

The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residen tial Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representa tion as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the pur chaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSES SION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODI LIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT)

There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from MOHAMED ALY OULDBADY to the new name of MOHAMED ALY BADY The court date will be December 19, 2022 at 9:00am at 16501 S Kedzie, Markham, IL 60455, in Courtroom 0207, in Cook County. Case number 20226007091

PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT)

There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from RASHAAD EARL WILLFORD to the new name of RASHAD WILLFORD-EL. The court date will be December 27, 2022 at 10:00am at 16501 S. Kedzie, Markham, IL 60455, in Courtroom 0207, in Cook County. Case number 20226008809.

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y22009831 on NOVEMBER 6, 2022 under the assumed business name of I-94RIBS with the business located at 1221 E 164TH ST, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473 The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is WAYNE COLEMAN. COMPLETE ADDRESS 1221 E 164TH ST, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473, USA.

PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT)

SERIES 2006-FF1 Plaintiff, -v.-

FRANK THOMAS, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 22 CH 4910 14604 MYRTLE AVENUE HARVEY, IL 60426

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 7, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corpora tion, will at 10:30 AM on December 28, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 14604 MYRTLE AV

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 30-31-206-031-0000; 30-31-206-0380000.

Commonly known as 17810 BURNHAM AVENUE, LANSING, IL 60438.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest com munity, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condo minium Property Act.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, bal ance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6980-180425

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-21-03238

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2021 CH 05215

TJSC#: 42-4308

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector at tempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2021 CH 05215 I3208071

There will be a court date in Cook County on my request to change my name from KENNETH PHILLIPS to the new name of KENNETH LEONARD PHILLIPS. The court date will be December 27, 2022 at 10:00 am at 16501 S. Kedzie, Markham, IL 60455, in Courtroom 0208, in Cook County. Case number 22M6008870.

Notice is hereby given that on Fri., 12/23/22 @ 10 am, a sell will be held at 22466 Miller Rd. Steger IL 60475 to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons, unless such articles are redeemed within 30 days of the publication of this notice: David Schmidt & Ally Financial on a 2015 Buick #1G4GB5GR3FF182790 for $7072, Teqia Bryant & Bridgecrest Acceptance Corporaton on a 2013 Ford #3FA6P0HR4DR250071 for $5016, Sirmonty Dortch on a 2014 Chevrolet #1G11E5SL5EF160849 for $3195 & Anisha McAllister on a 2014 Ford #1FA6P0HD5E5394916 for $3244.73.

DURHAM, LENDRICK DURHAM

Public Auction at Devon Self Storage

19600 Stoney Island Ave, Lynwood, Il 60411

Property will be sold to satisfy the Owner’s lien for rent under the Illinois Self-Service Storage Facility Act.

Property contained in the units will be sold to the highest bidder via an online auction at www.storagetreasures.com.

Online bidding will begin on December 4, 2022 at 10am, and will continue until December 19, 2022 at 10am, at which time a high bidder will be determined.

Devon Self Storage reserves the right to set minimum bids and to refuse bids. Please refer to www.storagetreasures.com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process.

C021 Kimberly Davis household items, boxes and bags

E036 DAngelo Simmons household items, boxes and bags

F003 Dee Davis household items, boxes and bags

F004 Marquies Johnson household items, boxes and bags

F025 Deondre Perry household items, boxes and bags

F047 Rochester Ross household items, boxes and bags

F052 Aariona Nash household items, boxes and bags

F078 Joel Ross household items, boxes and bags

K024 Dennis Moran household items, boxes and bags

L031 Kenneth Davis household items, boxes and bags

O001 Dijon Simpson household items, boxes and bags

VILLAGE OF SOUTH HOLLAND Employment Opportunity

The Village of South Holland, Illinois, a leading suburb located 25 miles south of Chicago with a population of approximately 22,000, is currently seeking an experienced, energetic and highly motivated professional for the position of Human Resources/Payroll Specialist.

The Village of South Holland, Illinois, a leading suburb located 25 miles south of Chicago with a population of approximately 22,000, is currently seeking an experienced, energetic and highly motivated professional for the position of Human Resources/Payroll Specialist.

Position Qualifications: A minimum high school diploma and at least three (3) years of direct payroll systems experience. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, grammar, vocabulary, and tone. An above average math aptitude. Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimum supervision; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to pay attention to detail; to work well under pressure; to respond flexibly and resourcefully to the workload; and to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other Village employees and the public. Experience in human resources is also a must. Advanced computer skills including payroll and creating various spreadsheets is required. Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Must possess a positive and professional demeanor.

Essential Functions: Relieve the Human Resources & Benefits Manager of procedural and process detail by assuming daily responsibility for a wide variety of functions and tasks related to the efficient operations of the Human Resources Office. Including but not limited to, inputting and balancing payroll, new hire onboarding, recruitment, maintaining personnel records, and processing liability claims. Also, assist residents and employees.

The Village of South Holland reserves the right to conduct a background check, drug screening, medical examination, polygraph screening, and psychological screening on any applicant. Employees must comply with residency (must live within a 20-mile radius of the South Holland Village Hall or any municipality whose border is touched by the 20-mile radius) within one year of the date of employment.

The current salary rage is $40,000 - $55,000 contingent upon qualifications. The Village offers excellent benefit package, including 11 paid holidays, 2 – 5 weeks of vacation (based on years of service), stable work hours and a salary increase every year. The ideal candidate is one who desires to be given serious consideration for promotion in the event that a position becomes available.

Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications can send a letter of interest and resume to Administrative Assistant Delia Luna at dluna@southholland.org, or mail to the South Holland Village Hall, 16226 Wausau Ave., South Holland, IL 60473 by December 9, 2022. Applications can be found at www.southholland.org.

COLA is sweet for Social Security recipients

SUBMITTED BY PATRICK ZAMKIN

If you receive Social Security, you’ve probably already heard that your checks in 2023 will be bigger – considerably bigger, in fact. How can you make the best use of this extra money?

Here’s what’s happening: For 2023, there’s an 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits – the largest increase in 40 years. Also, the monthly Medicare Part B premiums are declining next year, to $164.90/month from $170.10/ month, which will also modestly boost Social Security checks for those enrolled in Part B, as these premiums are automatically deducted.

Of course, the sizable COLA is due to the high inflation of 2022, as the Social Security Administration uses a formula based on increases in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). So, it’s certainly possible that you will need some, or perhaps all, of your larger checks to pay for the increased cost of goods and services. But if your cash flow is already relatively strong, you might want to consider these suggestions for using your bigger checks: Reduce withdrawals from your investment portfolio. When you’re retired, you will likely need to withdraw a certain amount from your portfolio each year to meet your expenses. A boost in your Social Security may enable you to withdraw less, at least for a year. This can be particularly advantageous when the markets are down, as you’d like to avoid, as much as possible, selling investments and withdrawing the money when investment prices are low. And the fewer investments you need to sell, the longer your portfolio may last during your retirement years.

Help build your cash reserves. When you’re retired, it’s a good idea to maintain about a year’s worth of the amount you’ll spend from your portfolio in cash, while also keeping three months’ of your spending

needs in an emergency fund, with the money kept in a liquid, low-risk account. Your higher Social Security checks could help you build these cash reserves. (Also, it’s helpful to keep another three to five years’ worth of spending from your portfolio in short-term, fixed-income investments, which now, due to higher interest rates, offer better income opportunities.)

Contribute to a 529 plan. You could use some of your extra Social Security money to contribute to a tax-advantaged 529 education savings plan for your grandchildren or other family members.

Contribute to charitable organizations. You might want to use some of your Social Security money to expand your charitable giving. Your generosity will help worthy groups and possibly bring you some tax benefits, too.

While it’s nice to have these possible options in 2023, you can’t count on future COLA increases being as large. The jump in inflation in 2022 was due to several unusual factors, including pandemic-related government spending, supply shortages and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It’s quite possible, perhaps even likely, that inflation will subside in 2023, which, in turn, would mean a smaller COLA bump in 2024.

Nonetheless, while you might not want to include large annual COLA increases as part of your long-term financial strategy, you may well choose to take advantage, in some of the ways described above, of the bigger Social Security checks you’ll receive in 2023. When opportunity knocks, you may want to open the door.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones. Member SIPC.

Flagpole removed from Old State Capitol

People walking through downtown Springfield on Monday morning looked up to an unusual sight – a helicopter hovering over the Old State Capitol, dropping a rope and lifting away the flagpole that sat atop the bronze-colored dome.

“We took off the flagpole of at the Old State Capitol today in preparation for a new automated one that will be going up probably in a few months,” said Troy Gilmore, assistant site superintendent for the Springfield State Historic Sites with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

The operation took fewer than 15 minutes and was part of an ongoing renovation project that has kept the historic building shrouded behind scaffolding for about two years. The project involves repairing roof leaks, repairing and replacing windows, and replacing portions of the columns known as “capitals” – the decorative portions at the top of Corinthian columns.

Gilmore said replacing the manually controlled flagpole with an automated one will improve safety for workers who raise and lower the flag to half-staff or full staff when occasions call for it.

The Old State Capitol, located a few blocks northeast of the current Statehouse, was used by lawmakers from 1840 to 1876. It was the Capitol when Abraham Lincoln served in the Illinois House and it is where he delivered his famous “House Divided” speech in 1858 after accepting the Republican Party nomination for the U.S. Senate.

Gilmore said that when the legislature left the building in 1876, it was purchased by Sangamon County, which operated it for the next 90 years, during which time it made several substantial changes.

“The most drastic change that the county made was in 1900, when they raised the building up 11 feet taller than it even stands today,” he said. “And that was to add another level of offices on the ground floor. So, after 1902 you walked straight into the building off of the street level, you didn’t even walk up the steps as you would have today.”

The state of Illinois purchased the building in 1966 and launched a three-year restoration project to return the building to its original state, a project that involved taking the building apart and rebuilding it piece-by-piece.

Gilmore said the current renovation project will soon move into its second phase, which will involve removing asbestos from the boiler rooms and installing new restrooms for the first time since the 1960s.

He did not offer an estimate of when the entire project will be complete.

Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service covering state government. It is distributed to more than 400 newspapers statewide, as well as hundreds of radio and TV stations. It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

A helicopter is used to remove the flagpole from atop the Old State Capitol in Springfield on Monday morning as part of a renovation project to reinforce the dome and repair a leaky roof. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

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IFB President: Holiday food prices remain high, but supplies remain strong

By RICHARD GUEBERT JR. Illinois Farm Bureau President

Americans look forward to celebrating the simplest of gifts and gathering with family and friends around the table during the holiday season. It is also often a time of giving thanks as Illinois farmers mark the end of another growing season.

The past few years have confronted all Americans to pivot, adapt, and learn as we navigate uncharted waters. In March 2018, American farmers were dealing with market destruction because of China’s trade wars. The May 2019 spring planting season reminded Midwest farmers that Mother Nature was in charge when many acres went unplanted. The pandemic that began in March 2020 forced all of us to pivot. Farmers continued to grow food to feed our neighbors in rural, urban, and global communities.

The curveballs continued in 2022 with high inflation, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and uncertainty for an already fragile economy. Farmers vividly remember the role inflation played in the ‘80s farm crisis. That crisis is forever etched in farmers’ memories as historically high-interest rates reached 19%. Many farmers didn’t survive the crisis. Those who did spent many years paying off the debt created by the high-interest rates. Despite the adversity many family farms have faced over the years, 96% of Illinois farms are still family-owned.

I understand firsthand the role inflation has had inside our home and farming operation. Inflation running at 7% to 9% in recent months is robbing consumers (and farmers) of their buying power. Food price inflation is even higher. Other factors include supply chain disruptions and the war in

Ukraine, with other countries pulling back on exports to protect domestic food supplies.

When I’ve been interviewed by news media over the past four years, the standard question is, “How will this impact consumers?” The truth is a farmer’s share of the food dollar is only 7.4 cents.

Illinois shoppers participating in the 37th annual American Farm Bureau Federation’s Thanksgiving Cost survey captured a statewide average price of $65.53 for a classic Thanksgiving meal for 10 people, a 13% increase over the previous year’s state average of $58.15. General price inflation is a big part of the increase in cost for the meal.

It is likely those high prices will continue through the remaining holidays and into the new year.

Food prices reflect many factors including transportation, distribution, and food company marketing costs. Rising costs for fuel, which have more than doubled, and fertilizer, which have tripled, are driving food prices up. As President Kennedy said many years ago, “Farmers are price takers and not price makers.”

The food we grow is shared with our family, friends and neighbors. Farmers understand the pain consumers are feeling at the checkout counter this holiday season. As we give thanks again this year for our many blessings, please know farmers will strive to provide affordable food sustainably to make sure our traditions continue.

This story was distributed through a cooperative project between Illinois Farm Bureau and the Illinois Press Association. For more food and farming news, visit FarmWeekNow.com.

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Medicare Made The Mess

WOODROW WILCOX

On November 21, 2022, I wrote a letter to a medical biller for a client from Griffith, Indiana. The letter let the medical firm know that Medicare caused the problem with the bill.

With some editing to protect the privacy of our client, here is the letter that I sent.

Our client brought the revised, adjusted Medicare Summary Notices that we requested to our office today.

The claims for your services were revised. We sent the revised copies to his secondary insurer to process. Please, allow time to fix the problem.

Neither your firm nor the patient caused the billing problem. Medicare caused it by adjusting the claim(s) and never sending to the secondary insurer a copy of the adjusted Medicare EOB.

The patient and I are working to fix the

mess that Medicare caused so that your firm can get paid the proper amount.

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Humane Indiana’s PAWS Local Marketplace Is the Center for Shop Local This Holiday Season

This holiday season, you can shop local while supporting pets and people in need at Humane Indiana’s Shop Local specialty shop in Highland.

Located within PAWS Gift Shop & Resale at 8149 Kennedy Avenue in Highland, proceeds support Humane Indiana’s shelter, clinic, and wildlife rehabilitation center, assisting more than 15,000 animals and 30,000 people a year.

PAWS features a curated selection of locally made products from the Region’s small businesses – like gourmet foods and snacks, local honey, soaps and spa treatments, delicious coffees and teas, pet treats, and seasonal décor. PAWS also has a wide variety of pet supplies and goodies.

Shoppers can also choose beautifully made gift baskets - including baskets of treats and toys for pets.

PAWS Gift and Resale also features a holiday marketplace with Christmas trees and holiday supplies and decorations.

Local merchants include: Albanese Confectionery, Amish Country Popcorn, Anderson House/Frontier Soups, Claeys Candies, Down South Doggies, Earthling Bee Company, Fannie May, Hoosier Daddy, Lady’s Gourmet Popcorn, Maple City Roasters, Mix Match

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Real Estate Questions & Answers

CATHY & JIM HIGGINS

Question: We just moved in our home and we are finding bugs everywhere, including those creepy Centipedes. We did not get a pest inspection. What can we do?

Answer: Before buying any home, you should always have it inspected for pests. Not only can pests bring down the value of your home, but they can also bring down your home. Literally. Termites, Carpenter ants, Powder Post Beetles, Carpenter Bees and other boring pests can cause major structural damage to your house.

A WDO is an Inspection for Wood Destroying Organisms. This inspection is more commonly referred to as a termite inspection. It’s called a WDO because termites are not the only wood destroying organisms. The WDO inspector is trained to look for things that we are not.

Termites cause more than $5 billion in property damage each year, and are known as “silent destroyers” because of their ability to chew through wood, undetected. Unless a buyer knows what to look for, termites can be hard to find with the naked eye and therefore it could take many years before the signs of an infestation are apparent. Always hire a licensed home inspector to perform your WDO.

There’s nothing more terrifying than watching a house centipede shoot across your floor and under your couch. House

centipedes typically have 15 legs and can travel 1.3 feet-per-second. But, this particular bug, is a good bug.

House centipedes are known for killing pests in your house that are completely unwelcome. They kill roaches, moths, flies, silverfish and termites. They use the two legs right near its head, which has been modified to carry venom, and their other legs to scoop up the bug.

Not only are house centipedes killing the bugs you really don’t want in your house, they also don’t create any type of nests or webs as well. They are considered active hunters and are constantly looking for their next prey. They aren’t eating your wood and they aren’t carrying a fatal disease. House centipedes just want to go after other bugs.

If you want to get rid of house centipedes for good, try to get rid of the household pests that they prey on.

By the way, I strongly suggest you perform a WDO on your home ASAP!

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